Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 i4.
The 2023 BMW i4 is an electric vehicle that integrates an electric powertrain into the manufacturer's contemporary lineup. When evaluating this model year, researchers will find a distinct reliability footprint characterized by 44 total owner complaints and seven separate recalls. Although the top complaint area remains broadly categorized as "Unknown or Other," the elevated recall volume indicates that this specific year sits at a challenging stage in the model's reliability history, meaning prospective owners must exercise diligence to ensure all manufacturer corrections have been applied.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
| Battery | 61219364597 |
| Front wiper blades | 61619478361 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119382886 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 188.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in |
| Curb weight | 4685 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 48/52 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 2023 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | M50 Gran Coupe (M Performance) (20" Wheels) Elec 190+230-kW 81.5 kWh | 3.30 sec | 11.70 sec | 536 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | M50 Gran Coupe (M Performance) (20" Wheels) Elec 190+230-kW 81.5 kWh | 3.30 sec | 11.60 sec | 536 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | M50 Gran Coupe (M Performance) (20" Wheels) Elec 190+230-kW 81.5 kWh | 3.80 sec | 12.40 sec | 536 hp | AWD |
| 2022 | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (Sport)(19" Wheels) Elec 250-kW 81.5-kWh | 4.70 sec | 13.20 sec | 335 hp | RWD |
| 2022 | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (Sport)(19" Wheels) Elec 250-kW 81.5-kWh | 4.80 sec | 13.40 sec | 335 hp | RWD |
| 2024 | xDrive40 Gran Coupe (M Sport)(19" Wheels) Elec 83.9-kWh | 4.40 sec | 12.90 sec | 396 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (M Sport)(19" Wheels) Elec 83.9-kWh | 4.90 sec | 13.50 sec | 335 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 101.0 ft-lbs.
| Lug Nuts | 101.0 ft-lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Owner complaints about the 2023 BMW i4 lead in one area — the unknown or other, 8 of 44 reports (18%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 8 of the reports describe a crash and 1 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the unknown or other pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.
All 44 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 80 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B510626 | 2026-04-23 | Structure | While driving on rough surfaces, a “tapping” noise can be heard from the tailgate area |
| B120523 | 2026-03-06 | Power Train | The customer states there is a Drivetrain Malfunction message displayed in the instrument… |
| B170124 | 2026-02-25 | Engine | There is coolant leaking from under the car Low heater output Possible Check Control… |
| InVeh-InApp-Comm | 2026-02-05 | Power Train | A manufacturing defect in a bearing of the electronic drive unit could result in bearing… |
| B640925 | 2025-12-22 | Electrical System | A faulty electric auxiliary heater may have been installed in the certain vehicles. This… |
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